Milwaukee Domes Alliance hosts nature-related programs for families and children.

Most programs are designed for 3- to 8-year-old children, but all ages are welcome.

Free with admission:

Join us Wednesdays at 10am for our Weekly Wednesday family program in the Domes lobby

Enjoy interactive activities in the Domes Education Center. Hours vary.

 

SEASONAL PROGRAMMING

Our Family Fun Fests will take place annually during Milwaukee Public Schools’ winter break, spring break, and summer break. Each program includes an activity kit and access to themed activities and a snack in the Education Center.

  • Winter Break: Winter in the Tropics: Tropical Fruit snack, floral shirts, watercolors.
  • Spring Break: Family Fantasy Quest: Fantasy creatures, enchanted forest, puppets!
  • Summer Break (end of June): Flower Fest: Interesting pollinators, gardening, honey!

Activity kits available in Spanish and English!

Please note: Entry to the Mitchell Park Domes is NOT included.

As always, Milwaukee Domes Alliance members are able to access the Domes at no charge. Not a member? Join today.

For more information about the Friends Family Programs, contact the Lead Interpretive Educator.

EDUCATIONAL BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Celebrate your birthday at the Domes (all ages welcome)! Our birthday parties include private access to the Education Center for 2 hours.

Guided nature-focused educational program (3 options), including a guided tour in one of the Domes.

Scheduling: Weekends at 2pm or weekday after 12pm, based on our availability. Schedule at least one month in advance.

Cost: $250. Maximum of 25 people (children and adults). $12/person each additional.

Bring your own decorations, beverages, and snacks!

Email our Education Director for more information.

GUIDED TOURS

Click here to schedule a guided tour! Minimum of 15 participants or $120.

Upcoming Family Programs

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

October 31 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Ongoing Family Programs

Bilingual Storytime at The Domes

September 24 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Wacky First Wednesdays

October 1 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am

Milwaukee Domes Alliance Education Refund Policy
Participants may cancel registrations up to one week in advance and receive 75% of the original price. Cancellations made after this time are nonrefundable. Cancellations made three weeks prior to the workshops will be refunded 100% (excluding processing fees).

Milwaukee Domes Alliance Media/Photo Release Policy
Photos and other media taken during the class may be used for marketing purposes. By purchasing a class registration, you are consenting to this policy. Please email our Education Director if we may not use photos in our marketing efforts.

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